Monthly climate guide
Fresno weather in December
With highs near 16°C (60°F) and lows around 5°C (41°F), December feels mild in Fresno. Rainfall averages about 42 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Rain is above Fresno's usual level, by about 79%.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- December brings early winter to Fresno.
- Just 110 km apart, but Fresno runs about 11°C warmer than Yosemite Valley this month.
December is typically Fresno's coolest month.
Avg high
16°C
60°F
Avg low
5°C
41°F
Rainfall
42 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
69%
relative
Sky
53%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Fresno weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 62°F | 6°C / 42°F | 55 mm | 72% | 60% |
| February | 18°C / 64°F | 6°C / 42°F | 44 mm | 71% | 43% |
| March | 20°C / 69°F | 8°C / 46°F | 59 mm | 69% | 48% |
| April | 25°C / 77°F | 10°C / 50°F | 25 mm | 59% | 35% |
| May | 30°C / 85°F | 13°C / 55°F | 11 mm | 46% | 29% |
| June | 37°C / 98°F | 17°C / 63°F | 4 mm | 31% | 15% |
| July | 40°C / 105°F | 21°C / 69°F | 1 mm | 26% | 15% |
| August | 40°C / 103°F | 20°C / 69°F | 0 mm | 28% | 15% |
| September | 36°C / 96°F | 18°C / 64°F | 1 mm | 33% | 19% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 14°C / 56°F | 10 mm | 41% | 26% |
| November | 21°C / 70°F | 8°C / 47°F | 29 mm | 58% | 41% |
| December | 16°C / 60°F | 5°C / 41°F | 42 mm | 69% | 53% |
What to pack for December
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is December a good time to visit Fresno?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Fresno →Other United States cities in December
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Fresno in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Fresno?
December is a reasonable time for Fresno: highs around 16°C and about 42 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Fresno in December?
Average highs are about 16°C (60°F) and average lows about 5°C (41°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Fresno in December?
Fresno typically gets around 42 mm of rain in December — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Fresno (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.